Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 241,675 miles on the clock, averaging 14,889 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for GV53 OGT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 241,675 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,630 |
| Average per year | 14,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV53 OGT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 OGT
What car is GV53 OGT?
GV53 OGT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 OGT?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 OGT was 241,675 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 OGT passed its MOT?
GV53 OGT has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jun 2018.
Is GV53 OGT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 OGT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV53 OGT?
GV53 OGT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.